owner/operator manual

Owner/Operator Manual

BDH SeriesDisc Harrow

Before operating your machine, stop and read this owners manual. Do not attempt to operate the unit until you fully understand the material covered in this manual. Without the knowledge contained in this manual, injury or death can result.

WARNING

ATTENTION:ALL WARRANTY WORK MUST BE APPROVED

BY BROWN MFG. CORP.BEFORE WORK BEGINS

For use with the following starting serial numbers: Model Serial NumberBDH600 BD6C BDH1100 BD11CBDH750 BD7CBDH900 BD9C

Copyright

Copyright ©2000 Brown Manufacturing Corporation. All photos and illustrations are property of Brown Manufacturing Corporation. This publication may be freely reproduced, either in whole or in part, provided that the content herein is not altered.

Cover

Pictured: Model BDH-900 disc harrow.

Disclaimer

Due to engineering improvements and revision of product specifications, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Contents

Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 4

Registration .......................................................................................................................... 5

Equipment Safety ................................................................................................................ 7

Assembly............................................................................................................................ 12

Quick Hitch......................................................................................................................... 15

Operation ............................................................................................................................ 17

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 18

Specifications .................................................................................................................... 19

Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................ 20

Warranty Statement4

LIMITED WARRANTYBROWN MANUFACTURING CORP. hereby warrants that Brown’s products will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use according to the provisions and limitations herein set forth. All parts, specifically EXCLUDING expendable ‘wear’ parts, that become unserviceable, due to defective material or workmanship, within three months / 90 days from date of the original retail purchase, shall, at Brown’s option, be repaired or replaced.

LIMITATIONS The obligations of Brown for breach of warranty shall be limited to products manufactured by Brown; (1) that are installed, operated, and maintained according to Brown’s instruction furnished and/or available to the purchaser upon request; (2) that are installed according to all other applicable Federal, State, and local codes or regulations; and (3) that the purchaser substantiates were defective in material and workmanship notwithstanding that they were properly installed and correctly maintained as set forth and were not abused or misused. The obligation of Brown shall be limited to replacing or repairing the detective product, at the option of Brown. Brown shall not be responsible for any labor or cost of removal or repairing or reinstallation of its products and shall not be liable for transportation costs to and from its plant in Ozark, Alabama. Use of parts for modification or repair of the product or any component part thereof not authorized or manufactured by Brown specifically for such product shall void this warranty. This warranty shall not apply to any damage to or defect in the Brown’s products that is directly or indirectly caused by; (1) FORCE MAJEURE, act of GOD, or other accident not related to an inherent product defect; or (2) abuse, misuse, or neglect of the such product, including any damage caused by improper assembly, installation, adjustment, or faulty instruction of the purchaser. OTHER THAN AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREINABOVE, BROWN MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ANY OF BROWN’S PRODUCTS, INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL BROWN BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE SUFFERED BY PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY CAUSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY ANY OF BROWN’S PRODUCTS. Any person or entity to whom this warranty extends and who claims breach of warranty against Brown must bring suit thereon within one year from the date of occurrence of such breach of warranty or be forever barred from any and all legal or other remedies for such breach of warranty. Brown is not responsible for and hereby disclaims any undertaking, representation, or warranty made by any dealer, distributor, or other person that is inconsistent with or in any way more expensive than the provisions of this limited warranty. This warranty grants specific legal rights and shall be read in conformity with applicable state law. In some jurisdictions, the applicable law mandates warranty provisions that provide greater rights than those provided for herein. In such case, this limited warranty shall be read to include such mandates provisions; and any provision herein that is prohibited or unenforceable in any such jurisdiction shall, as to such jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such prohibition or unenforceable without invalidating the remaining provisions and without affecting the validity or enforceability of such provisions in any other jurisdiction.

STATEMENT OF POLICYIn accordance with our established policy of constant improvement, we reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice.

WARRANTY BY MANUFACTURER Dealer/distributor understands and agrees that the manufacturer extends only the following warranty to its customers. In the event dealer/distributor extends any additional warranty such as enlarging the scope or period of warranty or undertaking a warranty of fitness for any particular purpose or obligation not encompassed in manufacturer’s warranty, dealer/distributor shall be solely responsible therefore and shall have no recourse against manufacturer with respect thereto.

To place the manufacturer’s warranty into effect, the registration card below must be mailed within thirty (30) days after receiving equipment.

Owner Registration

Important: To place the manufacturer’s warranty into effect, this card must be mailed within thirty (30) days after receiving equipment.

Return to:Brown Manufacturing Corp.6001 E. Hwy 27Ozark, AL 36360

Name: ____________________

Address: ___________________

City: ____________ State: ____

Model: BDH-________

Serial No.: _________________

Date Purchased: ___/___/_____

Dealer: ____________________

Owner Registration

Important: Please record your Model, Serial Number, D a t e P u r c h a s e d , a n d Dealer Information for future reference.

For further information:Brown Manufacturing Corp.6001 E. Hwy 27Ozark, AL 36360

Phone: (334) 795-6603Toll Free: (800) 663-8909FAX: (334) 795-3029

[email protected]

Model: BDH-______________________

Serial No.: _______________________

Date Purchased: ____/____/_____

Dealer: __________________________

Owner Registration5

Please use envelope.

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Equipment Safety

Warning: Read this manual before operation.Operators of the equipment must read and understand this manual. Failure to read this manual and follow these safety and operating instructions could result in serious bodily injury or even death.

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WARNINGBefore operating your machine, stop and read this owners manual. Do not attempt to operate the unit until you fully understand the material covered in this manual. Without the knowledge contained in this manual, injury or death can result.

Equipment Safety8

Recognize safety informationThis is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury or injury to others.

Understand signal words

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE indicates information considered important but not directly hazard related. (e.g. security, hygiene, equipment or property damage).

Follow safety instructions• Read owner/operator manual.• Replace missing or damaged safety decals.• Safety decals and this manual must be considered a permanent part of your equipment.• Should ownership of the equipment be transferred, this manual must also be transferred.• Unauthorized modifications to the equipment are not recommended. This could impair the

function, safety, and life of the machine.• For any part of this manual that you do not understand, contact your dealer or Brown

Manufacturing Corporation at (800) 633-8909.• All implements with moving parts are potentially dangerous. Due to this fact, there is no

substitute for a safe, knowledgeable operator. It is important that all persons operating this equipment read, understand, and follow the instructions provided in this manual.

CAUTION

WARNING

DANGER

NOTICE

DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT IF YOU ARE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, ILLEGAL DRUGS, OR ANY PRESCRIPTION OR OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS THAT COULD CAUSE DROWSINESS,

DIZZINESS, DISORIENTATION AND/OR IMPAIR YOUR ABILITY IN ANY WAY TO SAFELY OPERATE THE UNIT.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT IF YOU SUFFER FROM ANY PHYSICAL CONDITION OR DISABILITY THAT WOULD IMPAIR YOUR ABILITY TO OPERATE IT SAFELY.

Equipment Safety

Safety DecalsThe following safety decals should be attached to the equipment at all times. Should any decal become damaged or lost, it is the responsibility of the owner to replace it. Additional decals may be obtained from the manufacturer.

Part No.: SD-010.

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ADVERTENCIA

ADVERTISSEMENT

WARNINGAntes de probar la unidad por primera vez deben remitirse a las instrucciones contenidas en el manual.

S’assurer de bien comrendre toutes les consignes du manuel de propriétarie avant d’utiliser la unité.

Read and understand owner’s manual before operating unit.

Part No.: SD-012A.

ROTATING BLADES•Keep hands and feet away from blades.•Stay away from machine when engine running.

CUCHILLAS ROTATIVAS•Guarden las monas y los pies lejos de las cuchillas.•No se acerquen a la máchina estando funcionado el motor.

LAMES ROTATIVES•Garder les mains et les pieds éloignés del lames rotatives.•Rester loin de la machina quand le moteur tourne.

DANGER PELIGRO

DANGER

Equipment Safety10

WARNINGTransport with care. Use slow-moving vehicle emblemand flashing light.Follow localtraffic regulations.

Warning! Transport with care.Before transporting to a new location, make certain that the slow-moving vehicle (SMV) emblem is installed and is clearly visible. Use flashing lights and follow local traffic regulations.

CAUTIONK e e p m a c h i n e clean of debris. Flammable debris on machine poses fire hazard.

Danger! Protect bystanders, clear work area of debris.Do not operate the cutter near people. Debris can be thrown hundreds of feet. Clear work area of foreign objects such as wire, glass, and other debris. Debris thrown by the cutter can cause serious injury or death.

Warning! Parking and dismounting.The rotating parts of this cutter continue to rotate even after the PTO has been disengaged. The operator should remain seated until rotation has stopped. He should then set the brake, turn off the engine, and remove the key. See tractor manual for proper parking procedure.

Caution! Avoid fires.Keep the machine clean of debris, trash, and any other flammable material.

WARNINGWait for all rotation to stop before dismounting tractor.

Do not operate c u t t e r n e a r bystanders. Clear work area of debris before operating.

DANGER

Warning! Fasten Seatbelt!Before Starting Tractor!Always Wear Your Seatbelt.

Equipment Safety

WARNINGTransport with care. Use slow-moving vehicle emblemand flashing light.Follow localtraffic regulations.

Warning! Slopes and rough terrain.When operating on slopes or rough terrain, slow travel speed. Do not operate in an area where the tractor could roll over. Be sure to fasten safety belt when operating tractor!

Warning! Roll-over protection.Do not operate the harrow on any tractor not equipped with a certified roll-over protection system.

Warning! Transport with care.Before transporting to a new location, make certain that the slow-moving vehicle emblem is installed and is clearly visible. Use flashing lights and follow local traffic regulations.

WARNINGSlow travel speed when operating on slopes or rough terrain.

WARNINGUse only withtractors equippedwith a certifiedroll-over protectionsystem.

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Assembly12

Assembly13

3/4” x 5 1/2”

Model Proper Gang Arm LengthBDH-600 (front) 29” gang armBDH-600 (rear) 36” gang armBDH-750 (front) 40” gang armBDH-750 (rear) 46” gang armBDH-900 (front) 46” gang armBDH-900 (rear) 54” gang armBDH-1100 (front) 58” gang armBDH-1100 (rear) 68” gang arm

Assembly14

Assembly/Quick HitchBrown Disc HarrowsBrown Disc Harrows come fully assembled, please check all fasteners to ensure correct torque before use and after two hours of use.

A-frame assemblyStep 1: Bolt A-frame braces to the outside of the top of A-frame in the back holes.

Step 2: Bolt A-frame braces into rear holes of lift ears on frame.

Quick Hitch AttachmentWhen using a Quick Hitch, ALL pins are CAT III on the implement side, to achieve this, use a QH-2K kit, available from your dealer or Brown Manufacturing. See page 22 and 23 for further information.

QH-2K 1 Quick Hitch Attachment Kit (255-1210 (2), 255-0004 and TC-126A)

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Assembly

Blade Scraper Assembly

WITHOUT FURROW FILLER EXTENSION

WITH FURROW FILLER EXTENSION

DH-188L

DH-197

DH-196

DH-195

DH-900-A6

DH-122 Furrow Filler Attachment

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OperationBefore hitching harrow to your tractor, make sure all safety devices are installed on the tractor.

Please follow all safety instructions and procedures.

Attach equipment to tractor.Be sure the tractor is equipped with the correct category hitchpins, top link, etc.

Be extremely careful when positioning tractor to hitch to the equipment.

Caution! Never allow anyone between the tractor and the equipment during the hitching process.

Adjust cutting depth.Be sure the tractor engine is off, key is removed, and all movement of the tractor has stopped before

dismounting to make adjustments.

Using the center link adjustment and the lift arms of the tractor, set the equipment so that the front and rear gangs are cutting at the same depth. The left-to-right pitch is obtained by adjusting the lift arms. Set the lift stop at the required position to maintain a uniform depth.

Operating speedProper operating speed for equipment will depend upon the soil conditions and the particular

application.

Warning! Avoid personal injury. Never allow anyone to ride on the tractor or harrow.

Remember: The safe operation of this equipment is the responsibility of the operator. The operator should be familiar with both the tractor and the equipment. He should read and understand all applicable operator manuals and follow all safety practices.

STOP

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Options Part No.

Balk Buster assembly DH-191A

Scraper Assembly Last 7 digits of model [xxx]-[xxxx] FR (front and rear) or R (rear) i.e. 600-1620FR

Furrow Filler adapter (two needed) DH-122A - Disc blade is not included with this item.

TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s)

Leaving center ridge1. Excessive Speed2. Rear gangs cut too deep3. Top link too long

1. Reduce speed2. Reduce gang angle3. Shorten top link

Leaving center valley1. Insufficent speed2. Rear gangs too shallow3. Top link too short

1. Increase speed2. Increase gang angle3. lengthen top link

Side draft Harrow not level side-to-side Level draft lengths

Rear tractor wheel slippage Not enough ballast Add weights or liquids to tractor

Plugging1. Extremely wet soil2. Gangs set at too great an angle3. Not using scrapers

1. Allow soil to dry2. Reduce angle3. Install scrapers

Outside furrows too deep Not using furrow fillers Install furrow fillers

Poor penetration 1. Insufficent gang angle2. Lift set too high

1. Increase gang angle2. Reduce lift height

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SpecificationsModel No./Dia.

Blades Spacing Approx.Width Cut Weight No.

BearingsBDH-600-1620 16/20 9/9 6’4” 822 lbs. 8

BDH-600-1622 16/22 9/9 6’4” 860 lbs. 8

BDH-600-1820 18/20 9/7 6’4” 916 lbs. 8

BDH-600-1822 18/22 9/7 6’4” 960 lbs. 8

BDH-600-2020 20/20 7/7 6’4” 950 lbs. 8

BDH-600-2022 20/22 7/7 6’4” 1000 lbs. 8

BDH-750-2020 20/20 9/9 7’6” 1053 lbs. 8

BDH-750-2022 20/22 9/9 7’6” 1103 lbs. 8

BDH-750-2220 22/20 9/7 7’6” 1070 lbs. 8

BDH-750-2222 22/22 9/7 7’6” 1125 lbs. 8

BDH-750-2420 24/20 7/7 7’6” 1104 lbs. 8

BDH-750-2422 24/22 7/7 7’6” 1165 lbs. 8

BDH-900-2420 24/20 9/9 9’1” 1149 lbs. 8

BDH-900-2422 24/22 9/9 9’1” 1209 lbs. 8

BDH-900-2620 26/20 9/7 9’1” 1185 lbs. 8

BDH-900-2622 26/22 9/7 9’1” 1250 lbs. 8

BDH-900-2820 28/20 7/7 9’1” 1234 lbs. 8

BDH-900-2822 28/22 7/7 9’1” 1304 lbs. 8

BDH-1100-3022 30/22 9/9 11’9” 2020 lbs. 12

BDH-1100-3422 34/22 9/7 11’ 2045 lbs. 12

Standard Features3” x 3”, 3” x 4” high tensile steel tube frame

Triple-sealed ball bearings

Self-aligning bearing housings

1 1/8” axles

Cast iron spacers

Notched blades

Replacement Parts20

Ordering replacement partsPlease contact the nearest Brown dealer for replacements parts. They will be able to meet most of your equipment needs.

Replacement Parts21

Ref. No. Part No. Description1 DH-95

DH-98DH-99DH-96DH-97DH-100

31” Axle For BDH-60037 3/4” Axle For BDH-75039 3/4” Axle For BDH-75044 1/2” Axle For BDH-90048 3/4” Axle For BDH-90057 1/2” Axle For BDH-11001 1/8” Dia. Axles, Less Nuts And Washers(Note: Axle Lengths Measured From Head To End.)

2 DH-107A Bumper Washer With Holes For Furrow Filler

3 DH-111 Long Bearing Spacer (4 1/2”)

4 DH-113 Bearing Housing

5 DH-115 Ball Bearing

4,5,6 DH-115A Ball Bearing Assembly

6 DH-117 Lock Ring

7 DH-112 Short Bearing Spacer (2 5/8”)

8 DH-106 9” Spacer

9 DH-105 7” Spacer

10 DH-108 End Nut Washer

11 DH-204 Square Hole Washer

12 WUS118Z 1 1/8” Flat Washer

13 NNE8118CZ Nylon Lock Nut 1 1/8” -7 Grade C Zinc Plated

15 DH-122A Furrow Filler Adapter Assembly (does not include disc blade)

16 DH-122 Furrow Filler Adapter

17 DH-123 Furrow Filler Washer

18 WUS1Z 1” Flat Washer

19 NNE1CZ 1” Nylon Lock Nut

20 DH-116-18DH-116-20DH-116-22

18” 7 Guage Disc Blade20 “ 7 Guage Disc Blade22”7 Guage Disc Blade


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34A

4

2

1

8

18

17

15 14

16

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Ref. No. Part No. Qty Description1 HN258CZ 3 per Hanger Assy Nut, Hex 5/8” NC GR2 Zinc

2 LOC58Z 3 per Hanger Assy Washer, Lock 5/8” Zinc

3 HC510C104Z 3 per Hanger Assy Bolt, 5/8” X 6 1/2” NC GR5 For Bearing Hangers

4 DH-1254B 8 Bearing Hanger Assembly

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11

12

13

21

20

22

23

24

8a

8a8b

Replacement Parts

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5

7

Ref. No. Part No. Qty Description4A DH-1254A 1 per Hanger Assy Bearing Hanger Spacer

5 DH-128

DH-129

DH-130

DH-131

DH-132

DH-1158

DH-135

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

36” gang arm for BDH-600 (rear)

29” gang arm for BDH-600 (front)

46” gang arm for BDH-750 (rear), BDH-900 (front)





6 700-234-0023 2 A-frame Brace 600/750 Series

6 700-234-0023 2 A-frame Brace 900 Series

not shown HC512C96Z 2 Bolt 3/4” x 6” NC GR5 Zinc - A-Frame Brace Bolts

7 MH-01 1 Manual Holder

not shown NNE516CZ 2 Nut, Nylon Lock 5/16” Zinc - for Manual Holder

not shown CB5516C16Z 2 Bolt, 5/16” X 1” USS Carriage - for Manual Holder

8 234-0750

234-1100

1

1

BDH-600, BDH-750 Frame

BDH-900 / BDH-1100 Frame

8a 4-095S 2 Spacers for Cat I/II attachments (NOT for Quick Hitch)

8b 255-1210 2 Bushing/Spacer for Qick Hitch Attachment Only

9 DH-153A 2 Gang Adjuster Assembly

10 DH-153 2 Gang Arm Pull Adjuster Bottom Plate

11 DH-154 2 Garng Arm Adjuster Lever

12 DH-155 2 Gang Arm Adjuster Top Plate

13 DH-156 2 Gang Arm Adjuster Bushing (2 required per gang)

14 500-22 1 Category II Top Link Pin (BDH-900)

not shown 255-0004 1 Category III Top Link Pin (BDH-900)

15 255-1200 2 Category I/II Lower Hitch Pin w/ Lynch Pin (BDH-600 & 750)

16 500-21 1 Category I Upper Link Hitch Pin (BDH-600, BDH-750)

17 255-2300 2 Category II/III Lower Hitch Pin (BDH-900 / BDH-1100)

18 UT-207 2 3/4” Gang Adjuster Pin

19 TC-126A 3 Lynch Pin

20 HC512C88Z 2 Per Assembly Bolt, 3/4” X 5 1/2” NC GR5 - Gang Adjuster

21 LOC34Z 2 Per Assembly Washer, Lock 3/4” Zinc

22 HN534CZ 2 Per Assembly Nut, Hex 3/4” NC GR5 Zinc

23 NSB50CZ 1 Per Assembly Nut, Stover Lock 1/2” NC Zinc

24 HC58C28Z 1 Per Assembly Bolt, 1/2” X 1-3/4” NC GR5

25 DH-158A 1 A-Frame brace spacer (short, front)

NP QH-2K 1 Quick Hitch Attachment Kit (255-1210 (2), 255-0004 and TC-126A)

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Replacement Parts

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Replacement Parts

See Page 16 for Assembly Instructions of Scrapers

515354

55

57

5656

50

5255

61

59

71

58

60

61

59

62

63

64

65

66

67

68

6970

Balk Breaker Assembly and Parts Breakdown

Replacement Parts25

Ref. No. Part No. Qty Description50 DH-900-A6 Furrow filler extension

51 DH-197 U-Bolt (1/2” x 4” x 4”)

52 DH-196 U-Bolt (1/2” x 1 1/2” x 1 3/4”)

53 DH-198 Scraper bar holder

54 DH-600-50DH-750-03DH-900-109DH-184DH-185

30” scraper bar for BDH-60038” scraper bar for BDH-75048” scraper bar for BDH-90054” scraper bar for BDH-1100 (Front)65” scraper bar for BDH-1100 (Rear)

55 DH-188L Scraper blade left

56 DH-188R Scraper blade right

57 DH-195 U-bolt (3/8” x 1 1/2” x 1 1/2”)

58 UT-207 2 Pull Pin 3/4 Inch

59 700-234-2090 2 Balk breaker mount bracket

60 700-234-3000 1 Balk breaker mount tube

61 DH-191 1 Balk breaker tine only

62 HC510C32Z 1 5/8” 11TPI X 2” Grade 5 Bolt

63 WUS58Z 1 5/8” USS Flat Washer, Zinc

64 NNE58CZ 1 Nylon Lock Nut 5/8” 11 TPI Zinc

65 HC512C80Z 4 3/4” 10TPI X 5” Grade 5 Bolt

66 WUS34Z 8 3/4” USS Flat Washer, Zinc

67 NNE34CZ 4 Nylon Lock Nut 3/4” 10 TPI Zinc

68 255-0750 1 Chisel Plow Point 11” x 2” x 5/16”

69 BPL6C20Z 2 Plow Bolt 3/8” - 16 TPI X 1 1/4 Zinc

70 NNE38CZ 2 Nylon Lock Nut 3/8” - 16 TPI Zinc

71 DH-191A 1 Balk Breaker Tine Complete Assembly

See Page 19 for blade scraper assembly part numbers.

Thank You for purchasing a Brown Disc Harrow.

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